1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1948 Porsche 356
To start off, 1963 Alpine A 110 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1948 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Porsche 356 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1963 Alpine A 110.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 1948 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 110 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 596 kg |
